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Stafford Junior School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Stafford Junior School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Eastbourne, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 364 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

364

Pupils

360

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Stafford Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Stafford Junior School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with East Sussex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 364 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by East Sussex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Stafford Junior School — School Information

Full address
Ringwood Road, Eastbourne, BN22 8UA
Local authority
East Sussex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
29.4% of pupils
DfE URN
148724

Other Primary Schools in Eastbourne

If Stafford Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Eastbourne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Stafford Junior School

Is Stafford Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — Stafford Junior School currently has 364 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Stafford Junior School?

Admission to Stafford Junior School is managed by East Sussex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Stafford Junior School cover?

Stafford Junior School is a primary school in Eastbourne, East Sussex, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Stafford Junior School?

Stafford Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.